Origin
Oakdale, PA
Morning in Oakdale on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakdale, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
99 mi
159 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakdale, PA
Jack Pace
Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
This 99-mile drive from Oakdale, PA, to Philadelphia, PA, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, estimated to take just over 2 hours. You'll spend about 74% of your time on highways, making it a predominantly highway-focused experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, this route offers an economical way to travel across Pennsylvania. The journey is straightforward, designed for efficient travel between these two points within the same state. It's a practical option for anyone needing to get from the western part of the state to the eastern hub of Philadelphia without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.5 miles from Oakdale, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 56.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Hudson Drive | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Stockton Mountain Road | 4.2 mi | 9m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Hunter Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| East Catawissa Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Mauch Chunk Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 56.1 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakdale, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Pierce Court
264 ft
·
19 sec
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Pierce Court
2
Turn left onto Swaab Court
166 ft
·
13 sec
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Swaab Court
3
Turn right onto PA 940
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
PA 940
4
Turn left onto Stockton Mountain Road
4.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Stockton Mountain Road
5
Merge onto PA 93
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
East Broad Street
6
Continue on PA 93
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Berwick Street
7
Continue on PA 93
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
Broad Street
8
Continue on PA 93
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Hudson Drive
9
Continue on State Route 93
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Street
10
Continue on PA 93
523 ft
·
13 sec
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Hudson Drive
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 209
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Catawissa Street
12
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lehigh Avenue
13
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lehigh Street
14
Turn left onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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Susquehanna Street
15
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
16
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
17
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North First Street
18
Continue on US 209
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bankway Street
19
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 209
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Interchange Road
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 476, PATP
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
23
Merge onto I 476; PATP
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
25
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
26
Continue on I 476
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Use the slight right lane.
28
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16A
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Use the slight left lane.
29
Merge onto I 76
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
33
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
34
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
35
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
36
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour duration, this trip is perfect for a spontaneous departure; leaving in the morning or mid-afternoon will help you avoid the most intense traffic. Since it's a relatively quick drive with no recommended stops, plan to refuel before you leave Oakdale or upon arrival in Philadelphia to keep your journey seamless. The estimated fuel cost of $16 is quite low, so budget-wise, this is a very accessible trip. Keep an eye out for the transition onto the Schuylkill Expressway, as this segment often experiences congestion as you near the city.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.5 miles from Oakdale, PA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.5 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oakdale, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oakdale, PA
This is one driving day of about 99 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Oakdale, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 56.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.5 miles from Oakdale, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 80.6 and 98.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
80.6 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
84.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
84.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
8
97.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
9
98.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.41 one way
$32.83 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $17.98 | $35.95 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.20 | $38.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.86 | $43.72 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.30
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(56.1 mi)
$7.30
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.75 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.66 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.86 | $6.34 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Philadelphia, PA
Morning in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 8m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-centric drive for the majority of your 99 miles, with a significant 74% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.1 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While primarily highway, the latter part of the drive incorporates roads like the Schuylkill Expressway, which can bring you closer to urban traffic patterns as you approach Philadelphia. This blend means you'll experience periods of consistent highway speed punctuated by more localized road conditions.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Schuylkill Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 80.6 miles in near I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 99 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 80.6 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oakdale, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Valley Forge.
Patp
24.2 mi in
|
~39m
Valley Forge
84.2 mi in
|
~1h 46m
About the Cities
Arriving in Philadelphia, PA
Full guide →“City of Brotherly Love” · Founded 1682
Top landmarks
- • Independence Hall — historic building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- • Liberty Bell — bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA that serves as a symbol of American inde...
- • Philadelphia Museum of Art — art museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 99 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.30 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Philadelphia, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 80.6 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Philadelphia, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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